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[Muse]

Originally posted by: ViviTheMage
could care less

Then bail on this thread. If you're not interested, split.

 

[Suspicious-Teach8788]

Originally posted by: Red Dawn

Originally posted by: DanTMWTMP
california is defnitely the best. I've been to a lot of states, a lot of places. Nothing really compares to the diversity, the amount of things to do, the oppotunity, the weather.

New England is pretty good in the Spring Time through late Summer

No it's not. It's blasting cold in the winter, and it's fvcking hot in the summer. That's why you have nice places in CA that you can live at ALL YEAR ROUND and be happy.

 

[Muse]

Originally posted by: DanTMWTMP
california is defnitely the best. I've been to a lot of states, a lot of places. Nothing really compares to the diversity, the amount of things to do, the oppotunity, the weather.

When I lived on Maui I used to get in "arguments" with a local I befriended, an older man of Japanese descent. He'd complain that there was nothing to do and I (grown up in CA) would tell him he should appreciate the pristine quality of life there, the tremendous beauty, the wonderful weather (he was the local divers' mentor, and even at about 60, he as well as most of the other divers, never wore a wetsuit), the wonder innocense of the inhabitants. We never resolved that disagreement. He felt worn down by the lack of diversity, the limited lifestyle choices (or so he perceived things) and I was fully aware of how brutally harsh life was on the "mainland" by comparison. So, yeah, if I could swing it, I'd rather live on Maui than be here in CA.

 

[conehead433]

I've probably travelled more of California than the people who actually live there and I'll say it wins hands down in the majestic scenery category. But please excuse me when I say it hasn'nt earned it's reputation as the breakfast cereal state. It's full of fruits, nuts, and flakes. Add to that the mudslides, earthquakes, fires, etc. and you can keep it.

 

[DVK916]

Originally posted by: conehead433
I've probably travelled more of California than the people who actually live there and I'll say it wins hands down in the majestic scenery category. But please excuse me when I say it hasn'nt earned it's reputation as the breakfast cereal state. It's full of fruits, nuts, and flakes. Add to that the mudslides, earthquakes, fires, etc. and you can keep it.

There are just as many "fruits", "nuts", and "flakes" in other States as there are in California.

 

[conehead433]

Originally posted by: toekramp

Originally posted by: Ryan
I'm sorry - you don't have this

god i can't stop staring at that photo, so perfect

Too bad they didn't post a pic of the main beach at Bahia Hoda - palm trees, white sand beach, emerald green water. The most perfect beach in the US.

Doesn't do the place justice but here's a pic - Bahia Honda

 

[conehead433]

Try this one

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[Carbo]

Originally posted by: Ryan
I'm sorry - you don't have this

True. But Florida does have this:

Originally posted by: laurenlex
Overpopulation.
Gridlock.
Illegal immigrants.
Unaffordable.

 

[Starbuck1975]

LOL the Anthem for self hating anti social Nancy Boys.

I don't hate myself...I just hate some of the idiots and cultural nuances that define California...or rather the OC and LA elite.

Well, maybe hate is a strong word...how about just dumfounded by the self centered, egotistical and materialistic attitudes.

 

[Red Dawn]

Originally posted by: Starbuck1975

LOL the Anthem for self hating anti social Nancy Boys.

I don't hate myself...I just hate some of the idiots and cultural nuances that define California...or rather the OC and LA elite.

Well, maybe hate is a strong word...how about just dumfounded by the self centered, egotistical and materialistic attitudes.

Not saying you are a self hating Nancy Boy I'm just saying that many of those who are really are into that song.

BTW I'm originally from Central and Northern CA and though there are those who try to emulate what they see on TV the vast majority are just like those elsewhere in the country.In addition the Liberal label given to all Californians is wrong, hell more than 40% voted for the Dub even though he has been shown to be an incompetent President. OC, Central CA and San Diego County are Conservative strongholds. Granted they aren't like the Bible Belt and Texas but that's a good thing.

 

[Starbuck1975]

BTW I'm originally from Central and Northern CA and though there are those who try to emulate what they see on TV the vast majority are just like those elsewhere in the country.In addition the Liberal label given to all Californians is wrong, hell more than 40% voted for the Dub even though he has been shown to be an incompetent President. OC, Central CA and San Diego County are Conservative strongholds. Granted they aren't like the Bible Belt and Texas but that's a good thing.

Political affiliation really doesn't bother me when it comes to dealing with people...the metrosexual jackasses and their plastic sports cars and plastic bimbos in their oversized SUVs that cut me off on the 405 everyday...I don't care if they voted for Bush or Kerry...they just plain suck.

 

[gpgofast]

Originally posted by: epsilon
@CPA

If you mean how the Texas based energy trading companies had a lustfull eye for California's budget surplus, conspired to steal it, bankrupt PG&E ruining thousands of Seniors retirement plans, and were caught on tape laughing about it, then yes, I suppose Texas did 'own' Cali in the late 90's.

And if you are proud of that then I guess you are where you belong, with all of the other lying, cheating, degenerate, sub-humans in your backward, racist, homophobic, wanna-be soverign, state.

If I am mistaken however, then just ignore this.

I thought I would chime in on something I actually know something about. It is TRUE that Enron and other companies handed their a$$ to California, BUT it couldn't have been done if the STATE of California, its ELECTED represntatives and its Governor(not Arnold) weren't STUPID enough to not only LET them. Your illustrious state ENCOURAGED it.

Next time you try to deregulate a market, please, do NOT hire a Berkley PHD to design your disfunctional energy market

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: Captain Howdy
I personally look forward to the day when it slides into the Pacific ocean, but that's probably just me.

Nope, definitely not just you.

Cali is crowded, hot, polluted, overpriced, selectively abusive of personal rights, filled with materialists and social climbers, and except in the northern areas the scenery sucks.

Only my opinion of course, and I'm pretty selective about where I live.

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: epsilon
Let's stop this. I think we can all agree that if you havn't lived in a placce, you really can't judge it. Most poeple are just using stereotypes to judge other places. We're all Americans.

Good point. Fortunately I have lived in California, so my opinion stands.

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: DLeRium
CA has the best schools in the nation, the richest people, a hugeass economy that if we seceded we would be top 10? or something? Point is, we kick ass, and without CA, half of American culture would be GONE....

Fortunately it's the half that wouldn't be missed.

 

[Azndude2190]

Courtesy of Wikipedia:

As one of the most demographically diverse states in the nation, California is a dominant force in American culture as well as the nation's economy. It has some of the nation's most important cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, and San Francisco, and is responsible for many legal and technological innovations.

As of 2005, California has the fifth largest economy in the world. It is responsible for 13% of the United States' gross domestic product (GDP). The gross state product (GSP) is about $1.4 trillion ($1,400,000,000,000, as of 2005), making it greater than that of every other U.S. state, and most countries in the world (by Purchasing Power Parity).

Yep CA rocks:thumbsup:

 

[PrinceofWands]

Originally posted by: synergyo1
CA is nice... but i'll stick with WA state (specifically Seattle) for now

I'm not into cities, but at least someone finally got the right state...or one of them anyway.

Pacific NW ftw.

 

[DVK916]

Originally posted by: conehead433
Try this one

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Sure, but we have mountains, and our beaches aren't bad either.

 

[PrinceofWands]

weird dp

 

[ForcedArrival]

Originally posted by: Ryan
I'm sorry - you don't have this

that looks boring, i want crashing waves

 

[JDrake]

pennsylvania owns you

 

[DVK916]

People are flocking to California too, even when prices are high. Everyone wants to live in California. Our population is booming and always will be.

 

[Azndude2190]

Did anyone already mention the babes we have here in CA?

 

[Starbuck1975]

Did anyone already mention the babes we have here in CA?

You mean the anorexic bimbos with the oversized sunglasses, fake breasts, and bitchy attitudes?

People are flocking to California too, even when prices are high. Everyone wants to live in California. Our population is booming and always will be.

Particularly the ones flocking illegally across the border.

 

[Azndude2190]

Originally posted by: Starbuck1975

Did anyone already mention the babes we have here in CA?

You mean the anorexic bimbos with the oversized sunglasses, fake breasts, and bitchy attitudes?

People are flocking to California too, even when prices are high. Everyone wants to live in California. Our population is booming and always will be.

Particularly the ones flocking illegally across the border.

And you live in CA?...or are you just being sterotypical...there are alot of very fit,natural beauties here.